FS 009 PZ -Selective Science

Institution: Pitzer

Description: From Climate Change to Vaccines to Frankenfood we are bombarded in our daily lives with scientific (and pseudoscientific) information. How do people use this information. Why do some accept the science on evolution but not vaccines? Or on climate change but not GMOs? The goal of this seminar is to explore how we use science in our daily lives. We will focus on three central questions: How is scientific knowledge generated? How do people assess and assimilate scientific information in their of daily decision making? How accurately are scientific controversies presented in the media? No prior science experience necessary.

Prerequisite(s): None

First-Year seminars are not listed on the course schedule. Incoming students will be assigned to a first-year seminar and registered automatically.